I am thinking about starting a landscaping business. I don't really have direct experience in the field. Looking for resources. [more inside]
posted by Sentus on Nov 4, 2009 - 10 answers

I am looking for information related to sustainable forestry management. I have recently secured a consultancy in Central America for developing a business plan related to the industry. While my client has provided useful information, I am also looking for external resources on the subject. [more inside]
posted by 53B3L1U5 on Jul 20, 2009 - 3 answers

List of organic brands (Food/Cosmetics/Cleaning products) that are not subsidiaries of major corporations? Examples: Nature's Gate, EarthBalance. Have already used this and this.
posted by pleasantries on Jul 7, 2009 - 15 answers

Coffee filter (!): Is there any type of coffee available for purchase that's certified Fair Trade and also certified by the Rainforest Alliance?
posted by toomuchkatherine on Jul 6, 2009 - 6 answers

How do I grow food and be more sustainable in a shady city apartment? [more inside]
posted by Lord_Pall on Jul 2, 2009 - 16 answers

Are there opportunities for creativity and non-soul sucking work at the end of the rainbow if I elect to get an MBA? Or does getting an MBA lock you into a certain career path that can't be escaped? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 13, 2008 - 14 answers

I'd like to ask a relatively simple question – what would happen if we switched of traffic lights when we didn't really need them? I'd like to know from an environmental aspect what effect turning off the nations traffic lights would have towards saving electricity and reducing emissions. From a social point of view could the nation's road users manage with such a change? And from a technical innovation view point – could it and should it happen and if so how?
posted by SarahM on Sep 10, 2008 - 22 answers

Sometime in the last year I read an article in a print magazine about Detroit becoming the model sustainable city of the future. Help me find it. [more inside]
posted by blapst on Apr 29, 2008 - 7 answers

How can I best involve myself in the Social/Political cause against Water Privatization? [more inside]
posted by albernathy0 on Mar 6, 2008 - 4 answers

Seeking ideas for healthy, balanced, kid-friendly meals that use local (ideally Ontarioan) ingredients, don't require the expenditure of electricity, and could be made by an 8-year old with minimal supervision? [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Feb 10, 2008 - 9 answers

Sustainable decluttering: how can I cull my stuff without feeling horribly guilty for throwing it out? [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco on Jan 1, 2008 - 26 answers

About a month ago, I began producing a daily one-hour radio show on environmentalism, sustainable living, and the common good. Putting the show every day is a challenge for a variety of reasons, but one of the hardest parts has been trying to find news to report and the experts to make these reports possible. Please help me! [more inside]
posted by parmanparman on Sep 24, 2007 - 19 answers

Anyone know of graduate programs, internships or jobs within the field of human geography? Something along the lines of activism, research or study in how we can make more sustainable or "green" decisions with our migration, transportation and consumer trends. [more inside]
posted by Etta Hollis on Sep 4, 2007 - 12 answers

Where can I find the most affordable solar panels to power my dorm room? [more inside]
posted by peetle on Jun 23, 2007 - 24 answers

From what industries are the green/sustainable jobs emerging? Are there educational programs in place to meet the potential demand? [more inside]
posted by quadog on Apr 5, 2007 - 8 answers

What are some "green" alternatives when replacing an old shingle home roof (in New England)? [more inside]
posted by chefscotticus on Nov 8, 2006 - 13 answers

I'm considering opening a retail sustainable home decor shop in Portland. What are some of your favorite green/sustainable/simple home products and where do you get them? [more inside]
posted by strangeleftydoublethink on Sep 19, 2006 - 5 answers

OrganicFoodFilter: I'm looking for some information sources and populated forums discussing local farming options, organic food, pasture-raised meats, humane meat animal treatment, etc. Do such forums exist? Do such forums with a decent sized Los Angeles community exist? [more inside]
posted by sdis on Jan 2, 2006 - 1 answer

If someone were interested in building a greywater wetland on their property, what sort of plants would be required? [more inside]
posted by purephase on Oct 13, 2005 - 5 answers

I recently saw architect David Adjaye give a presentation. He showed slides of an interesting gallery/art museum he designed. It's on an island, off the coast of Croatia, I think. The building is half-buried and may be solar-powered. I can't find it on google. Anybody know?
posted by hydrophonic on May 7, 2005 - 4 answers